Marcus Smart

It seems unlikely that the Orlando Magic will get any injured players back in time for Friday night’s game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden.

Swingman Evan Fournier worked out Thursday, but he did not participate in the Magic’s practice, coach Frank Vogel said. Fournier has missed Orlando’s last six games because of a right-heel injury and a sore right foot. Team officials want the injuries to heal completely before he returns to game action.

Point guard D.J. Augustin, who sprained his right ankle on Sunday, took part in the non-contact portions of the Magic’s practice Thursday, Vogel said.

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